After a notable seven-year stint with the Buffalo Bills, safety Jordan Poyer recently made headlines for his commendation of Josh Allen, whom he dubbed the “best quarterback in the league” during a charity event in Buffalo on Sunday. This praise comes amidst Poyer’s transition to the Miami Dolphins, making his accolade particularly interesting given his new allegiance to a direct division rival of the Bills.
The declaration made by Poyer was bold, considering he now shares a locker room with Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa. “I know that might go viral, but it’s OK.
I get to see y’all twice a year. I can’t wait.
You guys come down to Miami. I get to come back to Orchard Park one more time,” Poyer stated, referencing the anticipated matchups between his former and current teams.
Addressing potential concerns about his loyalty and possible locker room tensions during the Dolphins’ Organized Team Activities (OTAs) on Tuesday, Poyer was quick to express his admiration for Tagovailoa. “I love Tua.
That’s one of the big reasons why I’m here,” he explained, balancing his respect for both quarterbacks. “I’ve been [Allen’s] teammate for seven years.
I’ve seen so many plays that he has made… But I love Tua, too.”
Poyer’s transition to the Dolphins comes with a professional focus aimed at enhancing Miami’s defensive play. His goal is straightforward: to reclaim possession and enable Tagovailoa and the offense to capitalize on scoring opportunities.
“This offense is a high attack scoring offense. My job on the other end is to get Tua the ball back as fast as I can to let Tua score some points,” Poyer articulated.
The safety’s first game against his former team is highly anticipated, with the Dolphins set to host the Bills in a Thursday night face-off during Week 2 of the 2024 season. Poyer’s return to Orchard Park is slated for Week 9, marking a significant moment in his career and for fans eagerly awaiting the reunion.